The Machinery of Life

All living cells are made up of an extraordinary collection of tiny molecular machines, which orchestrate the millions of tasks needed for life. Cells build these machines for various functions such as digestion, propulsion, storage of genetic information, and fighting disease. The Machinery of Life explores the sub-microscopic world of molecular machines, introducing different molecules like proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and polysaccharides. Through illustrations, it guides readers inside cells to see how molecules work together in vital processes. The book also discusses how vitamins, viruses, poisons, and drugs impact our body's molecules. Authored and illustrated by David Goodsell, it provides a fascinating biochemistry primer for non-specialists, combining clear text with detailed drawings and computer graphics.